A Discussion of Henri Nouwen's The Return of the Prodigal Son
A Weekly Ignatian Prayer Group for Men
March 3 - 24, 2022
Program Cost:
This retreat is currently at capacity or registration is closed. Please call the office at 847.381.1261 with questions.
Summary
Fr. Roc O'Connor, SJ offers an engaging study and discussion of Henri Nouwen's book, The Return of the Prodigal Son over the course of 4 weeks as an initial attempt to foster a community of men who wish to go deeper into their spiritual lives. Perfect for your Lenten resolution!
This Lenten Book Club for men takes place on Thursdays (March 3-24, 2022) from 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm central. All sessions will be done via Zoom only.
The material/book is not provided. You will need to purchase the book for this discussion.
Description
A day or evening of reflection, grounded in the Jesuit tradition, is a shorter version of the Ignatian Weekend Retreat. Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, a day or evening program is sure to give you the peace and serenity needed to be still and to rest in God's loving embrace.
Your day or evening of reflection includes thematic talks from our skilled Retreat Leaders, time for private prayer, celebration of Mass and a meal.
Bellarmine has two libraries, a resource center, two chapels, and many other common areas. Outdoor spaces include a various walking trails, various prayer gardens, a gazebo, stations of the cross, as well as a few patios and outdoor chairs and benches.
Retreat Experience Gallery
Bellarmine Main Entrance
Sacred Heart Chapel
Mary McKeon Library
St. Joseph Gazebo
Mother Teresa Garden
Eastern Africa Collection
Fireplace Lounge
Dining Room
Winter on the Grounds
Resource Center
Sacred Heart Statue at Sunset
Susie's Memorial Garden
Madonna Library
Lower Level Lounge
Retreat Leader
Fr. Roc O'Connor, SJ
Since 2018, and with his provincial’s direction, Roc O’Connor, SJ has been composing and writing nearly full-time. In June of 2020 OCP published his collection of eight new songs, All Shall Be Well: The Hand of God. During the lockdown from COVID he submitted a three year writing project on liturgical spirituality for publication. It twins with his article to be published in Worship magazine, July 2021.